Toilet Paper Roll Butterflies
It's finally time to put all those toilet paper rolls to use! Great for decorating your bathroom or living room, these Toilet Paper Roll Butterflies are a fun and thrifty way to use up those cardboard tubes. Arrange them into butterflies of various sizes and create a stunning wall display that won't cost you more than a few bucks to make! This is a fun way to add dimension, color, and style to any wall in your home, and everyone is sure to be impressed with your amazing artistic talent!
Primary TechniqueGreen Crafting
SeasonSpring
Materials:
- 35 or more toilet paper rolls, cut into 3 rounds
- Scissors
- 3 or more colors of craft paint
- 15 glue sticks
- 2 Fuzzy pipe cleaners
- 1-11oz can Krylon ColorMaster Acyrlic Crystal Clear (Gloss)
Instructions:
- Cut 35 toilet paper rolls into 3rds, approximately 100.
- Craft paint desired colors and allow to dry.
- Lay out painted rolls into desired shape and hot glue at all touching side of rolls, ( Med Size glue dot ).
- In well ventilated area , spray Krylon ColorMaster Acrylic Crystal Clear (Gloss ) Allow to dry at least 10 min.
- Cut fuzzy pipe cleaners into desired length for antennas and tail Hot glue into place.
Notes:
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More Recycled Crafts You'll Love
As experienced crafters ourselves, we love exploring new ways to transform everyday items into beautiful works of art. If you enjoy creating butterflies out of toilet paper rolls, we have a few more craft project ideas that you might love.
For those who enjoy making paper butterflies, we recommend trying your hand at creating a butterfly mobile. Using a variety of colorful papers and strings, you can craft a stunning mobile that will flutter in the breeze and bring a touch of whimsy to any room. This project is perfect for intermediate crafters looking to add a unique and eye-catching piece to their home decor.
If you love crafting butterflies as gifts for loved ones, consider making a set of butterfly magnets. Using small wooden or plastic butterflies and magnet strips, you can create adorable fridge magnets that are sure to brighten up any kitchen. This project is fun and easy, making it perfect for crafters of all skill levels.
Lastly, if you enjoy crafting seasonal decorations, we suggest making a set of butterfly garden stakes. Using wooden dowels, paper butterflies, and outdoor-safe paint or markers, you can create a colorful and whimsical addition to your garden. These stakes are perfect for adding a pop of color to your outdoor space during the spring and summer months.
We hope these craft project ideas inspire you to keep exploring your creativity and trying new techniques. Happy crafting!